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A peek at the past presidents
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Most students are familiar with current President Tim Flanagan or Al Bowman, but few are familiar with the presidents responsible for the early founding of our university. In honor of Illinois State University’s Founders Day, here is a little look at some of our past presidents. Courtesy of the Dr. JoAnn Rayfield Archives at ISU
Richard Edwards (1862-1876) Edwards pushed through the trying times of the Civil War to later see the rapid growth of the university during the postwar era. During this time, Illinois State Normal University was the largest school in the U.S. and enrolled a total of 327 students. Edwards is known as the man who coined the term “Grandest of Enterprises” for the teaching profession. Edwin C. Hewett (1876-1890) Hewett worked under the guidance of Edwards before becoming the third president of Illinois State Normal University. In 1884, Hewett’s “A Treatise on Pedagogy for Young Teachers” was published. By 1889 the school increased to 18 faculty and 677 students.
Charles E. Hovey (1857-1862) Our first president, then called principal, began teaching classes at Major’s Hall in Bloomington. In addition, he oversaw all finances and construction of what would be the campus of Illinois State Normal University. Timothy Flanagan (2013current) Flanagan began his presidency in August 2013. He is Illinois State University’s eighteenth president. He was drawn to ISU for its reputation as one of the top public universities in the country, as well as the academic strength and impressive graduation rates. Flanagan came from Framingham State University in Massachusetts.
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Alvin Bowman (2004 - 2013) Bowman is known for his friendly presence on campus. Bowman joined the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology faculty in 1978. In 1994, he served as director of the Down Syndrome Speech-Language Clinic. When Bowman announced his retirement before the 2013-2014 school year, students gathered in the quad to show support and appreciation for his term as president.
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David Felmley (1900-1930) Felmley is remembered for his belief in simplistic spelling. He wrote “We shal not hav students enuf,” and with his positive outlook on enrollment and the war ending, summer enrollments reached almost 4,000 students while the regular fall enrollment increased to 1,300. Things like clubs, sports and Homecoming were encouraged.
Harry A. Brown (1930-1933) Brown was not a very well-trusted president. He was disliked for trying to replace faculty during the depression. He was forced to resign after falsifying a transcript for a friend. Raymond W. Fairchild (1933-1955) Fairchild is credited for keeping the school afloat during WWII. Some of his success is credited to the U.S. Navy, which used the facilities for education programs during the war. Fairchild hired more qualified women and pushed for more degrees and resources. The first master’s degree was granted in 1945. Enrollment was at 3,059 students in 1955.
Thomas Wallace (1988-1995) Wallace came to ISU from Purdue. He proposed solutions by securing tax money and reducing enrollment to meet the current funds. He pushed for a new science building, parking ramps, a student services building and a computing and telecommunications system. Victor John Boschini, Jr. (1999-2003) Boschini was known for his emphasis on strategic planning, fundraising and improving campus morale. He also served as an associate professor in the Department of Educational Administration and Foundations.
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Robert G. Bone (1956-1967) Bone was known for his personal and friendly demeanor around campus. Bone is responsible for the high rise campus, a huge increase in student enrollment, and doubling the salaries for faculty in just a decade. During his time as president, doctoral programs and liberal arts degrees were introduced to the school.
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t’s not always clear what will become of a figure like George Zimmerman, a man who became the center of a huge legal case that had the attention of the entire country. With the verdict being one that had millions in outrage, one would assume that Zimmerman would be the last person anyone would want to hear about again. Yet, as we have seen with other such figures in high profile trials (O.J. Simpson), that is rarely ever the case. Indeed, Zimmerman has had quite the time attempting to return to normalcy following his acquittal, and his name has dominated everything from tabloids to CNN because of it. It started off somewhat innocently with him receiving a speeding ticket, which never should have been news in the first place. Then there was the report that he threatened his then wife with a gun. Then there was the divorce presumably because of the incident. Shortly after came a report that he threatened his new girlfriend with a shotgun. And then came the news of a celebrity boxing match featuring himself versus rapper DMX. All of this, cumulating with a primetime interview on CNN. It is unclear whether or not Zimmerman is trying to garner this attention through his actions, or if the media is simply hyping it up. Regardless, giving him “celebrity like” attention is unacceptable, no matter
if one believes he is innocent or guilty for the murder of Trayvon Martin. While recently it has been ambiguous whether the event will still take place, the “celebrity” boxing match for one
was an incredibly sick idea. While Zimmerman has recently said that his original intent was to participate in the event “for charity” details regarding this have been scarce. Despite any good intentions, it was still a terrible idea. To put on an event that would capitalize on the notoriety of Zimmerman is completely wrong, and Zimmerman should have realized the backlash he would likely receive once the match was introduced. Based on his recent actions, it seems that Zimmerman has no idea how to stay out of headlines, though the news outlets are almost more to blame for this than him. The recent CNN interview is a great example of this. There was little to gain from the interview other than to once again stir emotions. We will never know conclusively what happened that night, and most will never change their opinions of Zimmerman. He will likely never change his story, making anything he says irrelevant in many eyes. All it will do is continue to aggravate the intense hatred he already receives. The best thing for everyone, including Zimmerman, is to keep him out of the news altogether. Whether it is his intention or not, the celebrity status he is being given represents a new low in the media. It is likely that his recent behavior is for attention and sympathy, constantly making him a spectacle is only giving him what he wants.
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Protestors, the makers of American history not for the contributions of several revolutionaries that sought to bring about change.
MY VIEW Nick Ulferts Columnist
The irony of protesting in the United States is that while protestors may be vilified during their time, years later they are often looked upon as some of the greatest heroes in American history. In fact, it can certainly be said that our country wouldn’t be what it is today, or even exist, if
That great privilege, to question everything around us, is unfortunately often taken for granted. The power of a petition or a peaceful protest is frequently undervalued by many, as well as the ability to orchestrate meaningful change in our country. Protest may be taken for granted in this country, but as we’ve seen so recently in the news, it leads to warzones in others. The current crisis in Ukraine is only the latest example of this. After three months of protesting, the 20,000 who were occupying Independence Square (which unfortunately is ironically named) were finally subject to the wrath of President Viktor F. Yanukovych. While initially pledging to not enact violence on the protestors, the
president ordered the tents to be burned and the occupants vacated. Protesting an authoritarian and corrupt government, many refused to leave and fought back. The death toll will not likely be fully known for weeks, but the pictures released depict a tragic scene of carnage and destruction. The sad reality is, this is not a unique occurrence by any means. Throughout recent years, we have seen other countries such as Egypt and Syria erupt in violence because totalitarian governments refuse to allow their people to voice their opinions and criticism over the current state of their countries. These tragedies should remind us of how fortunate we are to have the ability to voice our opinions so engrained in our culture and history. From the Civil Rights Movement to Women’s Suffrage to more recent examples like the push for Gay Rights, we have seen our country molded time and time again by the
voice of the people. And yet, like every country, we are still in need of change, and forms of protest aren’t used nearly as much as they could be. Of course, even protest in the United States isn’t always perfect. The recent incident where an 84 year old nun broke into a uraniumprocessing building in order to deface it as a form of protest is clearly too extreme. And while surely some good will come from the incident, as the facility is clearly in need of a security upgrade, this wasn’t the right way to get a message across regardless of intentions. However, the media often likes to take incidents like this and generalize all protestors as “radicals” but this is not always the case. Even with the Occupy Wall Street, the message that the movement was trying to convey was frequently overshadowed by some of the actions of some individuals. This is a shame, as movements like Occupy were
Today’s Redbird Rumble or Fumble: Redbird Rumble: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream: an Opera” opens tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the Center for Performing Arts. Tickets only cost $12 for students. Redbird Rumble: As part of a national event, the film “Inequality for All” will be shown at the Center for Visual Arts at 4:00 p.m. The event is free and a webcast with U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich will follow shortly after. Redbird Fumble: Thunderstorms and rain are expected throughout the entire day. On the bright side, a high of 49 is to be expected.
about so much more. It’s important to remember that protest isn’t just yelling and waving picket signs. It can be as small as writing a letter to a congressman to spreading around a petition. We live in a country where we are able to do something very special, something that many around the world die trying to do. While protesting can be disruptive, or even inconvenient, it is a right we should all try to exercise. There are few messages more powerful than people uniting together to have their voices heard. Some truly astounding changes have occurred in our history because of protest, and there’s no reason we should stop now. It’s a right we need to appreciate, cherish and use to its fullest potential. Nick Ulferts is a junior English major and columnist for The Vidette. Any questions or comments regarding his column can be sent to nlferts@ilstu.edu.
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Redbird Rumble: As part of Founders Day, the Founders Day STATE Showcase will be displayed from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in the Brown Ballroom at the Bone Student Center. The exhibit will highlight the history and accomplishments of Illinois State University. Redbird Rumble: As part of Up Late at State, there will be a movie night at Wehrenberg Theatre. Students can choose between seeing Robocop or About Last Night, both starting at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the Box Office and there will be free soda and popcorn given.
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A look back
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Today we celebrate ISU’s traditions and heritage that have been instilled for 157 years – take a look at some of our most important years
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1857
Courtesy of the Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives at ISU
Illinois State Normal University opened its doors as a teachers’ training school. In 1968 the school’s name was changed to Illinois State University.
1963 Hancock Stadium opened, home of the Illinois State University Redbird football team. It was named after former ISU athletic director Dr. Howard Hancock. Plans to renovate the stadium began in 2011 and were completed in fall 2013.
The Gamma Phi Circus was founded, making it the oldest college circus in the world. Originally known as the Gamma Phi fraternity, the first circus show was performed in 1931.
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1969 Watterson Towers, known as one of the tallest student dormitories in the world, was completed. The building was named after Professor Arthur W. Watterson, who taught at the university from 1946-1966.
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2013
The Union and Auditorium opened and was known as the U/A. The Bowling and Billiard Center had opened the year before in a separate area known as the BBC. It was not until 1982 that the U/A was renamed as the Bone Student Center/Braden Auditorium, both after former university presidents Robert G. Bone and Samuel J. Braden, respectively.
President Timothy Flanagan succeeded former President Al Bowman in August. Flanagan, formerly president of Framingham State University in Framingham, Mass., is the 18th ISU president.
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University history behind archive doors A unique way to celebrate the founding of the university is to look back to see how it has changed over the past 157 years. The Archives department provides a unique opportunity to browse historical items, documents and photographs either in person, or with the click of a mouse.
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Black and white photograph of the Illinois State Normal University marching band and majorettes during the homecoming parade in 1957. This photo is one example of the many interesting snap shots of student life that the archives department has on file.
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Most students aren’t especially aware of ISU’s history or that the school has an entire building dedicated to its past. The Dr. Jo Ann Rayfield Archives help preserve many items that composite ISU’s history. In honor of Founders Day, it’s important for students to see what goes on behind the archive doors. Located off-campus on 2016 Warehouse Road, this repository holds any and all objects, documents, and information pertaining to
the history of ISU. According to University Archivist April Karlene Anderson, who has worked with the department since 2011, items in the archives include,
“Some of the oldest items belonged to the parents of our founder, Jesse W. Fell and date back to the early 1800s.” April Karlene Anderson University Archivist
“things like the first course catalogs, yearbooks, faculty papers and administrative records from colleges and departments.”
Some of the most interesting items in the collection according to Anderson are the Civil War era battle and ceremonial swords from ISU’s first president, Charles Hovey, as well as the photo collection. She said other unusual items include administrative papers from almost all of ISU’s presidents. They even hold every copy of The Vidette ever printed. This week is the perfect time to spend a little time learning about how ISU has changed since it opened its doors in 1857. The archives are open to the public, and documents and artifacts can be viewed if a request is made to archives staff. The oldest items from the collection, which belonged, according to Anderson, to the Fell family, will be
on display in Milner Library and the Brown Ballroom on Founders Day. Anderson herself will be there with the items in order to share stories and answer any questions. “Some of the oldest items,” Anderson said, “belonged to the parents of our founder Jesse W. Fell and date back to the early 1800s.” For those who are interested in browsing through some archive photos, online galleries are available through the archive website. The photos include shots of old presidents, group pictures of clubs and sporting events, as well as old pictures of life on campus. Flipping through these snap shots dating as far back as the 1800s really help show what life was like for a Redbird one hundred years ago.
When Anderson began working for the archives department, she immediately felt proud to be a part of ISU because of the school’s commitment to the students. “There are large universities out there who don’t offer the individualized attention to a student’s education that ISU can,” Anderson said. “It’s something I value and want to be part of. That and the alumni base is an extremely dedicated bunch which makes this job so much more fun.” To remain updated on the archive news, visit Anderson’s Twitter and Facebook accounts, the University Archives blog, or log onto Library.IllinoisState.edu/Unique-Collections/ Archives/ to view digitized yearbooks, catalogs and databases.
ISU defies the stereotypes of Central Illinois olivia gilbertsen Senior Staff Going to college in Central Illinois may not always sound like the most glamorous place to be; however ISU may not be as drab as many initially think. ISU was founded in 1857, making it the oldest of 12 public universities in Illinois. ISU offers over 160 majors and minors and 41 masters, specialist and doctoral programs. ISU enrolls students from throughout Illinois, 40 other states, the District of Columbia and 61 other countries. The university is home to over 19,000 students, proving there is no shortage of people to meet. Although ISU is indeed located geographically near the center of Illinois, it is only 137 miles from Chicago and 164 miles from St. Louis. Plus, interstates 74, 55 and 39; U.S. Route 150; and Illinois Route 9 all intersect with Bloomington-Normal. This turns the seemingly boring central Illinois town into a transportation hub. Some big-name celebrities have even visited the university throughout the years. In 1980, Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy were part of the annual Homecoming parade. In the past the university has hosted the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Johnny Cash, Prince, Bob Dylan, B.B. King, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, The Grateful Dead, Kiss and Pearl Jam. More recently the campus has hosted Bill Cosby, Ross Mathews and Loni Love from the E! Network show, “Chelsea Lately,” among hundreds of others.
Courtesy of Milner Library 2012 Homecoming Exhibit
Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy rode in the Homecoming parade through Uptown in 1980, adding to ISU’s diverse history. The Bone Student Center hosted over 4,000 events in 2012 dents can get involved with, everything from track, to baking club, alone, proving there is no lack of entertainment in this seemingly to playing Quidditch. The opportunities are endless. At a glance ISU may seem like a boring university in the Midboring Central Illinois town. The university also offers over 300 clubs and activities stu- west, but at a closer look it is full of adventure and entertainment.
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E-book subscription too good to be true Melanie Lowe Senior Staff Today’s continuously booming world of technology grants us access to an unlimited amount of entertainment that lies at the tips of our fascinated fingers. I think we can all relate to the appeal of TV binging, that is, lying in bed all day
“I like it so much better than purchasing individual books. I barely even notice the monthly cost. I literally am able to read whatever I want whenever I want.” Christie Giudice
Senior elementary education major
watching endless episodes of your favorite TV shows on Netflix. Although enjoyable, an unrestricted amount of TV may, at times, feel unproductive, wasteful or downright lazy.
But what if we were introduced to a more library with a click of a mouse. New and productive, stimulating source of amuse- popular titles are added all the time. ment? Would it change the way we feed off Based in New York, the subscription allows users to browse of entertainthrough countless book ment? options, showcasing You be the their original cover art judge. and displaying a short Meet Oyssynopsis. ter — the Oyster offers new online eusers a free trial for a book subfull month. If you end scription up falling in love that offers with their wideunlimited ranging library, it’s access to just a small fee for over 100,000 continued access. books for only Think about it: $9.95 a month. purchasing a book Netflix The at a bookstore of novels allows typically costs no instant gratificaless than $10. But tion for your literwith Oyster, ary needs. You will you can have a never have to spend full, extensive weeks waiting for a book to library for just come into the library again. that. Instead, you can browse Perhaps the best feature of the onOyster’s large and diverse MCT Photo
line subscription is that you can take it with you wherever you go, as Oyster is compatible with most mobile devices. From your classroom in Stevenson to a train ride home to the comfort of your own bedroom, your favorite books are there when you need them most. It’s even a convenient way to carry around your books for class, especially if your courses require a lot of novels. Students who have recently tried Oyster for the first time are hooked. “I like it so much better than purchasing individual books. I barely even notice the monthly cost. I literally am able to read whatever I want whenever I want,” Christie Giudice, senior elementary education major, said. As a future teacher, Giudice also commented on the teaching benefits of an online library like Oyster. “I’ve thought about purchasing Oyster for my classroom in the future. I think it would be a great way for students to access the books that they want to read so that they can feel more involved,” Giudice said.
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eat a lot of protein and carbohydrates. He also said that he goes big at every meal. “I eat a huge breakfast. And we have a large lunch and large dinner. At breakfast I eat two pancakes, three or four eggs, oatmeal, a glass of orange juice and some yogurt. If I just eat a bowl of cereal for breakfast, I’ll burn it instantly while I’m eating it,” Fogt added. But there’s a difference from most Olympic
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athletes and Capt. Fogt. He serves our country in two ways: in the Olympics and, what I believe is most important, in his military work. After the 2010 games, Fogt was sent overseas to serve in Iraq. I have a lot of respect for athletes, especially Olympic athletes, but after learning about bobsledding and Chris Fogt, it’s an honor to have him as part of the U.S. team. Capt. Fogt ended his interview saying, “I get to wear the flag on both my uniforms, as a soldier and as a U.S. athlete. So it’s a great honor for me.”
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The many faces of Katy Winge Winge’s versatility on the court allows her to take on many team roles zack fulkerson SENIOR STAFF
“I’m definitely an emotional player. I’m just so passionate about everything that I do in every aspect in my life. And I kind of wear what I’m feeling on my sleeve … I get fired up when big plays happen, and I get even more determined when things aren’t going our way. I really pride myself on playing with a lot of energy.” Katy Winge
ISU women’s basketball player
The new role inside has been working for Winge. She pulled down a career-best 11 boards in last Friday’s game against Evansville. So far this season, Winge has pulled down 36 total rebounds making Friday night’s performance nearly one third of her season’s work. She says that it has a lot to do with timing. That, and being able to muscle her way through some of the bigger girls — at 5’11, she’s far from being the biggest girl on the court. “Everyone was like ‘Where did that come from?’ and I was like ‘Well I don’t really know!’ It’s like I just happened to be in the right place at the right time,” Winge said. “A lot of it is just being smart about it. And trying to figure it out. A lot of times if the shot goes up, the rebound is going to be on the weak side. So it’s just hustling over there and getting there before anybody else.”
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Winge has transitioned from a shooting guard to a forward this year for the ISU women’s basketball team. from being more comfortable and free in this less familiar situation, after having spent a bit more time in the post as of late. Despite the changing characteristics and opportunities, Winge was not willing to say that her game had changed dramatically since making the switch. Freedom, in the ability to move around the court, “crash the board,” and “pick and pop,” she says, is what makes her new role unique. If you watch her closely, Winge does not only take on many faces in her game, but also more literally. She says she has not noticed, but is not surprised, that she makes a lot of faces and shows a lot of emotion when she’s on the court. And others have taken notice as well. “Coach was actually just talking [on Wednesday] about
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Winge has recorded 36 boards so far this season, with 11 of them coming from last Friday’s game against Evansville, marking a career-best effort for the junior.
“I love how versatile I’ve been able to be on the court, how I’ve basically been able to play a two through a four. So that makes the game a lot more fun.” Katy Winge
ISU women’s basketball player
The move to this new position came roughly a month ago, with a decision from head coach Barb Smith. Winge says that she feels as though her career-high night last Friday comes
‘All legs’: Olympic bobsledding is much harder than it appears SAM ISDALE Sports Columnist
Basketball is a dynamic sport. Players have to move and adjust to situations quickly and be able to make plays on a quick turn. Katy Winge is a dynamic player who has recently shifted from her role as a shooting guard, and moved inside. Hailing from Eden Prairie, Minn., Winge started playing basketball at a young age. When her youth team needed someone who could dribble the ball, she played a point guard. As she got older, she became a shooting guard and played that position through high school and the first two years of her college career. This year, however, she has taken on a new role as a forward. “I’m still kind of getting acclimated with how that works, that style of play. But it has been a great transition for me and I’m excited,” Winge said. “I love how versatile I’ve been able to be on the court, how I’ve basically been able to play a two through a four. So that makes the game a lot more fun.” With each position comes different roles and responsibilities. Winge acknowledges the positives and negatives of each of these, from the excitement and momentum shifts that come from draining three-point shots as a guard to the teamwork and variety that comes with playing at the post. Being able to set screens and allow her teammates to get open, as well as being able to get involved in rebounding and taking shots closer to the basket, the junior marketing and journalism double major said the new role is reminiscent of her days playing at Minnetonka High School, in Minnetonka, Minn.
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how during our game at Southern we were in overtime and she just saw this look on my face that I was determined that we weren’t going to lose that game,” Winge said. “We’ve been
talking a lot about having hunger and determination in our eyes. She said she definitely saw that … especially when we came back to our bench to regroup before overtime. “I’m definitely an emotional player. I’m just so passionate about everything that I do in every aspect in my life. And I kind of wear what I’m feeling on my sleeve. So that doesn’t surprise me at all that [people would notice the expressions I make]. I get fired up when big plays happen, and I get even more determined when things aren’t going our way. I really pride myself on playing with a lot of energy.”
With the 2014 Olympics in full swing, I’ve been watching and wondering how these athletes even get into these sports. The sports they compete in and the work these athletes do is fascinating and inspiring. A lot of the events are comprised of individuals performing by themselves, but there are a few that aren’t individual. One sport in particular that interested me and left me with many questions was bobsledding. What type of skill does it take to be an Olympic bobsledder? While you watch it happening during the Olympics, it doesn’t seem like it would be too hard. But what I discovered is that these bobsledders make it look a heck of a lot easier than it is. Not only do these athletes have to explode off the starting line, they have to push the bobsled. The weight of the bobsled blew my mind. I didn’t know that a 2-man bobsled is almost 500 pounds, and the 4-man is 860 pounds. The way the athletes push it makes it seem like the sled is about ten pounds. The athletes need to be extremely strong in order to push it as fast as they do. So they run, they push the bobsled and that’s it? No. They have to jump inside the bobsled quickly and tuck down smoothly so they don’t slow down the speed of the sled. Before they can even worry about getting in the bobsled they have to be lean enough so it goes fast. After they are in the sled, they try to be as still as they can. If the sled moves right, the bobsledders need to lean a little to the left. Army Capt. Chris Fogt, part of team USA, was interviewed about the sport by The New York Times. He said he was recruited to bobsled when he was running track at Utah Valley University. Fogt also added that bobsledding is a hybrid of sports. Many track and field athletes are recruited to train for bobsled. Capt. Fogt made it clear that you cannot only be fast, you have to also be strong. Capt. Fogt explained a bit of the training behind the sport. Because it’s a lot of legwork, the athletes do “everything legs.” He said they do a lot of squats, power cleans, jump squats, box jumps and lunges. Fogt added that they do upper body strengthening, but that it’s mostly for overall body balance. When they are in the offseason he said that the athletes lift about three or four times a week. “While we’re training and sliding at the same time, we usually lift twice a week. On Mondays we do the heavier, slower lifts, like squats, lunges and bench press. On Wednesdays we do jumps, cleans and the more explosive lifts. And then we race Friday and Saturday,” Fogt said. When training for a sport, athletes need the energy to perform. Fogt says that many bobsledders
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